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Robert And Patricia Switzer Foundation is a private trust based in BELFAST, ME. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1986. It holds total assets of $17M. Annual income is reported at $12.9M. The foundation is governed by 8 officers and trustees. Network Convenings: The foundation fosters a growing network of alumni, environmental practitioners, and organizations by supporting professional development activities and facilitating communication and information-sharing among fellows. Switzer Network activities in 2023 included four panels or virtual events, five trainings, six affinity groups, four regional gatherings, and two conference socials. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Maine and VI. According to available records, Robert And Patricia Switzer Foundation has made 25 grants totaling $1.6M, with a median grant of $40K. Annual giving has grown from $286K in 2021 to $987K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $170K, with an average award of $66K. The foundation has supported 13 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Maine, California, VI, which account for 92% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
No specific application information is available for this foundation. Check the 990-PF filings below for application guidelines, or visit the foundation's website if listed above.
Smallest Grant
$200
Median Grant
$40K
Average Grant
$73K
Largest Grant
$170K
Based on 5 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Network Convenings: The foundation fosters a growing network of alumni, environmental practitioners, and organizations by supporting professional development activities and facilitating communication and information-sharing among fellows. Activities in 2022 included three virtual events, two trainings, six affinity groups, two conference sponsorships, four regional gatherings, and four conference socials.
Expenses: $23K
Spring Fellows Retreat: Switzer Fellows participate in two multi-day retreats which focus on building connections among fellows and developing leadership skills. The spring retreat focused on policy engagement and communications training for 20 current fellows in Washington, DC.
Expenses: $53K
Fall Fellows Retreat: Switzer Fellows participate in two multi-day retreats which focus on building connections among fellows and developing leadership skills. The fall retreat focused on building community among fellows, creating connections to the Switzer Network, and exploring leadership through an equity lens for 20 current fellows in Santa Rosa, CA.
Expenses: $59K
Other Program Consultants: The foundation paid stipends to 42 Switzer Network alumni for their contributions to foundation program activities, including serving on the Fellows Advisory Committee, providing feedback on the foundations website design, and planning and hosting network convenings.
Expenses: $31K
Network Convenings: The foundation fosters a growing network of alumni, environmental practitioners, and organizations by supporting professional development activities and facilitating communication and information-sharing among fellows. Switzer Network activities in 2023 included four panels or virtual events, five trainings, six affinity groups, four regional gatherings, and two conference socials. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 25 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ME, CA, VI.
Robert And Patricia Switzer Foundation has distributed a total of $1.6M across 25 grants. The median grant size is $40K, with an average of $66K. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $170K.
Robert And Patricia Switzer Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (341504501) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Robert And Patricia Switzer Foundation is headquartered in BELFAST, ME. While based in ME, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Reed | Executive Direc | $116K | $4K | $119K |
| Scott Fruin | Board Chair | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ekow Edzie | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Linda Switzer Clopton | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael Billingsley | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Roger Perez | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Dave Switzer | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Maria Martinez | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$17M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$16.8M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
25
Total Giving
$1.6M
Average Grant
$66K
Median Grant
$40K
Unique Recipients
13
Most Common Grant
$40K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fellowship Prog Grants Appr CurrentThe Fellowship Program is intended to support highly talented graduate students in New England and California whose studies are directed toward improving environmental quality and who demonstrate leadership in their field. | Belfast, ME | $170K | 2023 |
| Fellowship Prog Grants - Appr PriorThe Fellowship Program is intended to support highly talented graduate students in New England and California whose studies are directed toward improving environmental quality and who demonstrate leadership in their field. | Belfast, ME | $170K | 2023 |
| Frontline CatalystsLeadership Grant: To advance solutions that strengthen community resilence to climate change for migrant and first-generation youth. | Oakland, CA | $60K | 2023 |
| Arctos Consortium -Community InitiaLeadership Grant: to strategically review, analyze and provide recommendations on how Arctos can mobilize high-quality biodiversity data and create a sustainable system for long-term implementation. The results will ultimately facilitate research and impact in many disciplines including evolutionary biology, ecology, conservation, parasitology and epidemiology. | Oakland, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| St Croix Environmental AssociationLeadership Grant: To connect and build programs with local schools in St. Croix by providing resources and interdisciplinary educational content to local teachers. | Christiansted, VI | $40K | 2023 |
| Professional Development GrantsGrants are made for the professional development of Switzer Fellows. Funds are provided for training in non-profit management, communications, leadership, or other relevant professional skills, or for attendance at a conference or other professional activity that will clearly advance career goals. (See attached) | Belfast, ME | $13K | 2023 |
| Other GrantsThese are grants awarded to Organizations that embody the Foundation's mission to nurture environmental leaders and support initiatives that will have direct and measurable results to improve environmental quality. (See attached) | Belfast, ME | $300 | 2023 |
| Fellowship Program Grants 2022The Fellowship Program is intended to support highly talented graduate students in New England and California whose studies are directed toward improving environmental quality and who demonstrate leadership in their field. | Belfast, ME | $170K | 2022 |
| Fellowship Program Grants 2021The Fellowship Program is intended to support highly talented graduate students in New England and California whose studies are directed toward improving environmental quality and who demonstrate leadership in their field. | Belfast, ME | $150K | 2022 |
| Fellowship Program GrantsThe Fellowship Program is intended to support highly talented graduate students in New England and California whose studies are directed toward improving environmental quality and who demonstrate leadership in their field. | Belfast, ME | $150K | 2021 |
| Earth Science Information PartnersLeadership Grant: To hire Lindsay Barbieri to develop and lead a collaborative pilot project aimed at assessing data gaps, and increasing data accessibility, for practitioners and decision makers on climate-smart agricultural practices. (See attached) | Severna Park, MD | $40K | 2021 |
| Waterways Restoration InstituteLeadership Grant: To hire Jessica Hall as a consultant to develop successful stream restoration demonstration projects, and to develop training and technical assistance to the California Urban Stream Partnership on best practices for stream restoration. (See attached) | Sebastopol, CA | $25K | 2021 |
| Carnegie Museum Of Natural HistoryBoard Discretionary Grant: To fund the creation and distribution of an open source Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) organizational toolkit. (See attached) | Pittsburgh, PA | $10K | 2021 |